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2016-03-04 – UNDERCURRENTS 2016 – VOLUME 6 NUMBER 07 – IT’S FUNDRAISING SEASON AGAIN

This edition explains the legality of raffles, lotteries and the like as fundraising initiatives for schools.

2016-03-11 – UNDERCURRENTS 2016 – VOLUME 6 NUMBER 08 – IMPORTANT MATTERS OF HOUSEKEEPING

Information from the Department of Basic Education meeting concerning SASAMS; the IIAL; on becoming a principal; possible changes to the SA Schools Act; and the admission of foreign learners.

2016-02-26 – UNDERCURRENTS 2016 – VOLUME 6 NUMBER 06 – A POTPOURRI OF THINGS TO KEEP IN MIND

A variety of matters impacting on schools and school governance, including more information on the Promotion of Access to Information Act (PAIA); policies and protocols; disciplinary hearings for staff; sponsorship; social media; and the retention of school records and documents (including financial records).

2016-02-19 – UNDERCURRENTS 2016 – VOLUME 6 NUMBER 05- EVALUATING YOUR GOVERNING BODY

An appraisal document designed to help you focus on the roles and tasks of the SGB; and to evaluate the effectiveness of what you are doing.

2016-02-05 – UNDERCURRENTS 2016 – VOLUME 6 NUMBER 04 – PROXIES EXPLAINED

What are proxies, and are they allowed to be granted or used when it comes to school governing body meetings?

2016-01-29 – UNDERCURRENTS 2016 – VOLUME 6 NUMBER 03 – THE PROTECTION OF PERSONAL INFORMATION

Early preparations to be made by schools pending the introduction of the Protection of Personal Information Act.

2016-01-22 – UNDERCURRENTS 2016 – VOLUME 6 NUMBER 02 – THE PENSIONS PANDEMONIUM

A look at changes to South Africa’s pension laws and how it affects those in schools.

2016-01-15 – UNDERCURRENTS 2016 – VOLUME 6 NUMBER 01 – MATRIC RESULTS 2015 – AN ANALYSIS

A deeper look into the outcomes of the 2015 matric examinations